The document discusses mobile security tips for smartphones. It recommends enabling a password on one's phone, installing anti-virus software, keeping the operating system updated, only downloading apps from official app stores, being cautious on public WiFi networks, turning off Bluetooth when not in use, and backing up one's data regularly. Following these tips can help protect a smartphone from cyber threats and data loss.

1. Mobile Security
Presented By
Himmat Purohit

3. Introduction
 This information is for people that have personal
smartphones
 For people that have company smartphones, contact your
companies mobile security policy

4. Mobile security

5. Why does a person need to
secure a smartphone?
 As cell phones are becoming more like pocket-sized
computers, they are also more vulnerable to different
forms of cyber attacks
 People want your data! This is a fact of life and it applies
to either if you have an Android, BlackBerry, or iPhone
smartphone

6. Password Protection
 By simply enabling a password or PIN number on a cell
phone, you can save yourself a tremendous amount of
hassle and headache because only you know that unique
password
 You may be able to set a security on the phone so that if
someone tries the wrong password a certain number of
times, the phone is automatically wiped

7. Anti-virus Software
 A person must treat a cell phone like they would a PC by
installing and keeping an up to date anti-virus software
 Lookout Mobile Security (Android)
 SmartGuard Mobile Security (BlackBerry)
 iPhones does not have an anti-virus software
 A security app safeguards your data, protect against
threats, and an up-to-date software protects the device
from new versions of viruses and new malware

8. Up-to-date operating system
 Smartphones need to be patched often to eliminate
vulnerabilities found since the phone was first
released
 Updates gets rid of security holes or vulnerabilities
by maintaining the software on both your PC and
your smartphone

9. Get apps from a trusted source
 There are plenty of apps out there, stick to apps from the
phones market
 Android Play Market
 BlackBerry App World
 iPhone App Market
 If you’re downloading an app from a third party, do your
research to make sure the app is reputable and will do
what you want that app to do

10. Wi-Fi Network
 Avoid shopping or banking on a public network
 Keep in mind that the open Wi-Fi network that your
phone is connected to might not be secure
 Limit your activity to browsing and avoid committing
any transaction that involves your account
information
 Also, be wary about people looking over your shoulder
and seeing your password, e-mails, texts, and account
information

11. Bluetooth devices
 Although many people think of bluetooth as a better
alternative to a physical wire, in fact it creates a personal
area network, and like any network, it will recognize
appropriate devices within its range
 A phone's bluetooth setting is on by default, so it needs
to be turned off, or configured for a specific device or
headset

12. Backup your data
 If your phone gets taken or the data gets deleted, it’s a
lot easier to get your information back when it’s backup
regularly
 It can mean the difference between a slight phone
setback or living through your own phone nightmare

13. Conclusion
 Doing these simple tips with help keep your phone
protected from vulnerabilities that might happen to you
 Password Protection
 Anti-virus Software
 Up-to-date operating system
 Get apps from a trusted source
 Wi-Fi Network
 Bluetooth devices
 Backup your data

14. Thank You